News Summary
Swig Drinks, a popular drink shop from Utah, has opened its first location in Louisiana, based in Lafayette. The store, located in the Forum Shopping Center, introduces the ‘dirty soda’ trend, allowing customers to customize drinks with various flavored add-ins. A soft opening was held on July 30, with plans for a grand opening on August 18. Franchisee Chase Herbert oversees the establishment, and plans for a second location in Youngsville are already in motion. The unique drink offerings are set to attract local customers seeking refreshing options.
Lafayette—Swig Drinks, a drink shop based in Utah, has officially opened the doors to its first location in Louisiana, making its debut in Lafayette. The store is situated at 4533 Johnston Street in the Forum Shopping Center and prominently introduces the popular “dirty soda” trend to the local beverage scene.
The establishment held a soft opening on July 30, offering initial access to its diverse menu of customizable soda drinks with various add-ins, including flavored syrups, creams, and fruit purees. Currently, the store’s hours after the soft opening run from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on weekdays and 11:00 am to 7:00 pm on weekends. These hours will remain in effect until the scheduled grand opening on August 18, after which store hours are expected to be adjusted.
Franchisee Chase Herbert, who operates several Swig locations in Orlando, oversees the Lafayette outlet. Plans are already underway for a second Swig location to open in Youngsville at the roundabout of Bonin Road and Milton Avenue, anticipated to welcome customers in 2026.
Swig Drinks is particularly famous for its “dirty soda” concoctions, which have seen rising popularity across social media platforms, especially TikTok. This trend allows customers to create personalized drinks by mixing soda with an array of flavorful add-ins. Popular combinations from the Swig menu feature:
- Sparkling water with sugar-free coconut, raspberry, vanilla, and pineapple syrups, topped with coconut cream.
- Dr. Pepper enriched with vanilla and coconut cream.
- Mountain Dew infused with mango and strawberry purée along with coconut cream.
- Sparkling water blended with sugar-free pineapple, peach, vanilla syrups, raspberry purée, and a lime wedge.
- Diet Coke complemented with fresh lime and sugar-free coconut.
The “dirty soda” phenomenon has rapidly gained a following, resonating with individuals seeking unique and refreshing beverage options. This social media-driven trend emphasizes creativity and customization, appealing to diverse taste preferences among consumers.
Swig Drinks positions itself distinctly in the beverage market, drawing on cultural references that resonate with certain demographic audiences. The shop has garnered attention from fans of shows like “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” which may amplify its appeal in areas where such cultural references are appreciated.
The arrival of Swig Drinks in Lafayette marks a notable expansion for the brand as it ventures into Louisiana, aiming to introduce its unique drink offerings to new customers. The growing trend of “dirty sodas” promises to add variety to the local drink landscape, potentially becoming a popular choice among Lafayette residents.
As Lafayette embraces this new beverage destination, consumers are eager to taste the customizable drink offerings that Swig Drinks has to offer, setting the stage for a new local favorite.
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